Q. Nayanika, also known as Naganika, was one of the earliest recorded female rulers. She highlighted the progressive outlook of which ancient Indian dynasty?
Answer:
Satavahana Dynasty
Notes: Nayanika, or Naganika, ruled as regent of the Satavahana dynasty after her husband Satakarni I. The Satavahanas ruled largely over present-day Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, patronized Buddhism, and supported arts, reflecting early gender progressiveness in leadership.